Getting Rid of Ants

Have you noticed that just when you kill off one ant pile, another one emerges? Some do-it-yourself and home remedies are not enough to get rid of them permanently. If you are concerned about ant bites, allergies, or just want a permanent solution, here is what to do.

When Ants Strike

Ants are mostly harmless and not too common in homes, but when they do invade, they are insufferable. If they go into a home looking for food, they can find ways in fairly easily. Look for them in small corners and crevices or in other places where food crumbs tend to accumulate. Most species are harmless, but you can tell if you have a more aggressive species in your house if their bites leave red welts that itch, cause an allergic reaction, or even leave scars. If you’re not sure whether the ants are the biting kind or not, it never hurts to call in the experts.

Permanent Removal

Even if you manage to eliminate one ant infestation, they can return. Insects usually have hatch cycles, meaning that when you kill off the pests you can see, there may be unhatched insects that you cannot see. When the next round of insects hatch, the cycle starts again. Even though ants aren’t dangerous, it’s a nuisance to deal with them over and over again. The best solution is to call an exterminator who can kill off the adult pests and to prevent future hatch cycles. If needed, the pros can return every 30-90 days to ensure that the ants are killed off for good. 

Why It Works

Ants don’t strike in suburban areas very often, but they can be relentless and annoying. The professional pest control methods work better than home methods because they eliminate and prevent. The professionals also use more effective products, including environmentally safe chemicals that harm pests but not your family. If you are sick of ants, give the experts a call at Green Tree Pest Control or visit our website for more information.